COMMENTARY

Breaking the Fix-It Mentality: Coaching as a Fresh Perspective for Physicians

Lotte Dyrbye, MD, MHPE; Tina Shah, MD, MPH; Tyra Fainstad, MD; Neha Pathak, MD

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Summary and Key Highlights

Summary: Physicians often feel the need to fix every problem themselves, which can add unnecessary pressure to already demanding careers. In this video, explore how coaching offers a safe space to question the idea that "something is wrong" and instead focus on new ways of thinking. By addressing the problem-solving mindset ingrained in medical culture, coaching helps physicians shift away from negativity bias, reduce self-imposed stress, and regain balance in their professional and personal lives.

Key Takeaways:

  • Coaching challenges the ingrained "fix-it" mentality in medicine.
  • A fresh perspective can reduce self-imposed stress and negativity bias.
  • Coaching provides a supportive space to develop healthier thought patterns.

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